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Chicopee voter discusses whether Biden should stay in presidential race
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Following last week’s debate, President Joe Biden’s next chance with a national audience comes Friday night. In a conversation with ABC’s George Stephanopolous, he could likely address the Democratic party’s apprehension behind an aging candidate. Chicopee resident and lifelong Democrat Holly Peloquin...
Senator hopes all enjoyed safe, patriotic Independence Day holiday (Letter)
I hope that everyone was able to get out and safely enjoy the Fourth of July on Thursday. I was lucky enough to have been able to spend the day alongside my family at both the Hampton Ponds and Wyben Fourth of July parades. We are so lucky to have dedicated community members who each year organize these events that showcase local musicians, classic cars, and most of all, our community’s patriotism! It was great getting to see so many familiar faces along these parade routes and I am already looking forward to next year.
Dispatch center grants, speed limit review on Westfield council July 8 agenda
WESTFIELD — The City Council meeting that would have normally been held on the first Thursday of the month was rescheduled from July 4 to this Monday, July 8, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Councilors will be asked to accept more than $1 million in state grants...
4th of July parade in Chesterfield brings together Hilltowns, visitors from near and far
Thousands flocked to the western Massachusetts Hilltown of Chesterfield for its annual 4th of July parade Thursday. Celebrating the nation's independence, the event featured locals and neighboring communities – all while visitors, including a number of international students, took in the spectacle. Rounding the intersection of South Street and...
Agricultural regulations unclear with Greenfield residents, Health Director completing inspections
GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — On Wednesday, the Greenfield Agricultural Commission met with Health Director Michael Theroux to discuss the local and state agricultural and livestock regulations as Theroux and Health Inspector Nicole Ducharme have completed inspections of the city’s barns. Through the discussion, it became clear...
Post Office – Turners Falls MA
Federal & Military Operations, Treasury Department. The historic post office in Turners Falls, Massachusetts was constructed with federal Treasury Department funds in 1935. The building is still in service. Location Info. 178 Avenue A. Turners Falls, MA 01376. Coordinates: 42.60656, -72.55892. Contribute to this Site. We welcome contributions of additional...
Westfield author shares thoughts on America’s political challenges, solutions
WESTFIELD — Former mayoral candidate and Army veteran Michael L. Roeder is promoting his first book, “Upside Down: America in Trouble 2024.”. In this book, Roeder reflects, and offers solutions, on problems in the U.S political system, immigration, the scourge of drugs, the national debt, corruption, climate change, war and the economy. “Upside Down” has eight themed chapters plus a ninth chapter which is a recap, and an afterword in the form of a diary Roeder kept after he finished the main part of the book.
‘Sunday Fundays’ at Wistariahurst Museum kicks off next week
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - In honor of the 150th anniversary of Wistariahurst Museum relocation to the city, the museum is inviting guests to explore its halls and enjoy “Sunday Fundays!”. Wistariahurst is an educational and cultural center owned and operated by the city of Holyoke and supported by the...
$1.4M coming to region for trail work in six communities
More than $1.4 million in MassTrail state grants are heading to six communities in the region for projects ranging from an accessible trail system at the former Hickory Ridge Golf Course in Amherst to additional work on a sensory trail in Belchertown and rehabilitation of rail trails in Northampton and Easthampton.
Amherst community safety committee member balks at losing seat
AMHERST — A lawyer employed by the University of Massachusetts, who has helped lead the town’s Community Safety and Social Justice Committee may lose her position on the panel charged with advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and community safety in Amherst. While the status of Debora Ferreira’s tenure on...
Westfield author to give Huntington talk on history of Holyoke’s Mountain Park
HUNTINGTON — Westfield resident Jay Ducharme will present “The History of Holyoke’s Mountain Park” on Wednesday, July 17, in Stanton Hall. All ages are welcome to attend this free event. Ducharme, a retired Holyoke Community College professor, said he’s been giving this talk since 2008.
Indy Rewind: Greenwashing the Jones Library (Opinion)
The article “Greenwashing the Jones Library (Opinion)” by Jeff Lee and Art Keene appeared originally in the Amherst Indy on July 21, 2023. Since then, the Jones Trustees have abandoned nearly all of the environmental and sustainability features (see also here and here) that they had once promised, offering the consolation that the current plan will still produce a “net-zero ready building”, which as far as we can see, involves only replacing the oil-fired boiler with air-sourced heat pumps, something that can be part of a repair-only plan as well.
Amherst officials deem $4M estimate to fix bathhouse at War Memorial Pool too high
AMHERST — A $4 million price tag for rebuilding the bathhouse connected to War Memorial Pool is prompting Amherst officials to put off for a year applying for a state grant to cover up to a quarter of the construction costs, as well as to begin considering whether the town can do without one of its two full-size, outdoor swimming pools.
Amherst councilors wary of road funds fall-off in 2025 capital budget
AMHERST — As $2.75 million in road and sidewalk projects continue throughout town this summer, members of the Town Council are worried that there will be significantly less financial resources available in 2025 to resurface streets and fix sidewalks. Of the $4.3 million in capital spending approved for fiscal...
Parade, BBQ will mark Leverett’s 250th birthday Saturday
LEVERETT — Numerous floats representing local organizations such as the Rattlesnake Gutter Trust, joined by several community groups and officials, will be part of a 53-group parade celebrating the town’s 250th anniversary and stepping off Saturday at 10 a.m. The parade, the latest in a series of events...
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